Big Game Hunting
Proceed with caution! Hunting can be very addicting!
WE DO NOT OFFER BISON HUNTS!
Quick Facts About Us
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Big Game Species: Elk, Mule Deer (Draw Only), Black Bear
Game Management Unit (GMU): 131 (OTC Unit)
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Access: 3,000+ Acres, Private & Public Land, Guided & Unguided
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Capacity: 4 Hunters per Season/Species (2 Hunters per Guide Max)
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Types of Trips: Fully Furnished Hunting Cabin, Semi-Guided Hunts, Guided Day Trips
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Lodging: Off-Grid Furnished Hunting Cabin
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2021 Season Dates:
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Archery Season: (Elk, Deer, Black Bear) September 2nd - September 30th
During Archery there is a limited concurrent Black Bear Archery/Rifle hunting license available. Unit 131 CPW Historic 5-Year Average Success Rate: 18%
AVAILABLE
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Muzzleloader Season: (Elk, Deer, Bear) September 11th - September 19th
Unit 131 CPW Historic 5-Year Average Success Rate: 34%
BOOKED FOR 2021 SEASON
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Rifle 1st Season: (Elk & Black Bear) October 16th - October 20th (WE SUGGEST YOU DRAW)
Unit 131 CPW Historic 5-Year Average Success Rate: 33%
AVAILABLE
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Rifle 2nd Season: (Elk, Mule Deer, & Black Bear) October 30th - November 7th
Unit 131 CPW Historic 5-Year Average Success Rate: 22%
AVAILABLE
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Rifle 3rd Season: (Elk, Mule Deer, & Black Bear) November 13th - November 19th
Unit 131 CPW Historic 5-Year Average Success Rate: 20%
AVAILABLE
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Rifle 4th Season: (Elk, Mule Deer, & Black Bear) November 24th - November 28th
Unit 131 CPW Historic 5-Year Average Success Rate: 31%
AVAILABLE
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About Our Hunts and Area
Lucky 8 Ranch is licensed and registered Colorado hunting outfitter. We are firm believers in fair chase hunting. One-shot, one kill! We monitor the ranch all year and use our knowledge of the terrain and animal movements to provide you with the best hunting experience. We will employ different types of hunting strategies, based on weather, experience, fitness, and comfort. Be prepared to work if you are hunting elk. The ranch has varying terrain, from scrub oak and aspen groves to wide open hay meadows, ravines, draws, saddles, lookouts, creek bed, and breathtaking views. We start early and end late. Our camp is conveniently located for ease of access.
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Unit 131 is a great unit in Routt County. It is the least hunted unit in Routt County. GMU 131 (about 1288 hunters on average per year) and has an above average success rate compared to all other GMU's in Colorado. The success rate fluctuates from many different variables. The largest factor is weather. Being able to hunt on private land increases that probability significantly. We cannot guarantee a successful hunt, but we can guarantee a great hunting experience.
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Archery
Archery is our favorite time to hunt. It is also the most challenging. Archery is very primitive and you have to work for your harvest. Our guides live for this season. Choosing the best week is very difficult for us to suggest. Every year is different. The early days usually give a better chance at a larger bull, whereas in the latter days the elk are more vocal and easier to locate.
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We offer one 5 or 7-Day Hunt During Archery Season.
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Two 5 or 7-Day Hunts During Archery, if booked before a Muzzleloader Hunt.
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Muzzleloader (BOOKED)
Another primitive style of hunting where you need focus, composure, and diligence in your shooting skills. You will usually only get one shot because by the time you reload the animal will be long gone. You must also be comfortable shooting your firearm at 100 yards.
Colorado Law requires hunters to wear a blaze orange vest and hat.
We offer one 5-Day or 7-Day Hunt During Muzzleloader, during the 3rd week of Archery
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If 2 5-Day or 7-Day Archery Hunts book before Muzzleloader, we will not offer a Muzzleloader Hunt.
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Rifle
Do you consider yourself a sharpshooter? It is not uncommon to take an Elk from well over 100 yards in Colorado. However we prefer to have a closer shot. During rifle, we have many stands, blinds, and lookouts to choose from. Spot and stalk your prey or be patient and wait for your chance.
Colorado Law requires hunters to wear a blaze orange vest and hat
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2021 Hunt Fees
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Day Trips
Semi-Guided: $575 per hunter
2 Hunters per Guide + Polaris Ranger Rental
Private-Guided: $975 per hunter
1 Hunter per Guide + Polaris Ranger Rental
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Overnight Furnished Hunting Cabin Drop Camp
Amenities
Generator for Power (fuel included)
Wood Burning stove (wood included)
5 Twin XL Beds (bedding included) (2 beds can convert to a king)
Kitchenette (dishes & utensils included)
Dining Table & Chairs
Indoor Lounge Furniture
Outdoor Grill (fuel provided)
Outhouse with Incinerating Toilet & Shower
Fire Pit
Outdoor Lounge Chairs
Outdoor Picnic Table
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Non-Guided & No Services:
Details
Bring everything else you would need, not listed above. Don't worry, we will show you where we suggest hunting and where our stands are set up.
Cost
5-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 1st & 4th Rifle): $1,500.00 per hunter
7-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 2nd & 3rd Rifle): $2,100.00 per hunter
Polaris Ranger Rental Available: $425 per day with a $1,500 deposit
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Semi-Guided & No Services:
Details
Want to take some of the stress off of planning your hunt? Bring all gear, food, and drink you would need not listed above and we will provide the guides (2 hunters per guide). We will use Side by Sides to move to our hunting zones and pack out animals.
Cost
5-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 1st & 4th Rifle): $3,300.00 per hunter
7-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 2nd & 3rd Rifle): $4,500.00 per hunter
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Private-Guided & No Services:
Details
Want more of a one on one experience? Bring all gear, food, and drink you would need not listed above and we will provide the guide (1 hunter per guide). We will use Side by Sides to move to our hunting zones and pack out animals.
Cost
5-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 1st & 4th Rifle): $5,300.00 per hunter
7-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 2nd & 3rd Rifle): $7,300.00 per hunter​
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Non-Guided & Full Services:
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Don't need a guide? No worries, we will show you where our favorite hunting spots are. Don't really feel like cooking after your hunt? We have you covered. We supply and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beverages. Not including alcohol.
Cost
5-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 1st & 4th Rifle): $4,000.00 per hunter
7-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 2nd & 3rd Rifle): $5,300.00 per hunter
Polaris Ranger Rental Available: $425 per day with a $1,500 deposit
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Semi-Guided & Full Services:
Details
Relieve even more stress when planning your hunt? We will do a portion of the work for you. All you will need to pack is your clothes and choice of weapon and ammo. Semi-Guided (2 hunters per guide). We supply and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beverages. Not including alcohol. We will use Side by Sides to move to our hunting zones and pack out animals.
Cost
5-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 1st & 4th Rifle): $6,000.00 per hunter
7-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 2nd & 3rd Rifle): $8,100.00 per hunter
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Private-Guided & Full-Services:
Details
Want ZERO stress when planning your hunt? We will do a portion of the work for you. All you will need to pack is your clothes and choice of weapon and ammo. Private-Guided (1 hunter per guide). We supply and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beverages. Not including alcohol. Side by Side rental included to move to the hunting zones and pack out animals.
Cost
5-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 1st & 4th Rifle): $8,000.00 per hunter
7-Day Hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, 2nd & 3rd Rifle): $11,000.00 per hunter
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All Guided Trips Include:
Field Dress, Pack Out & Transport to Processor:
(Hunter Responsible for Processing and Taxidermy Fees)
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Added Fees:
Cabin Cleaning Fee: $200 per trip
Extra Animal Harvest Trophy Fee: $500 per tag
Black Bear Harvest Fee: $500 per tag
Non-Guided Pack Out & Dress Fee: $500 per tag
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Discounts:
Returning Clients, Active/Veteran Military, First Responders
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Call to Book Today!
(970) 846-5592
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2021 Key Dates:
Fall Equinox: September 22nd
Full Moons: August 22nd, September 21st, October 20th, November 19th
New Moons: September 7th, October 6th, November 4th
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ALL HUNTERS MUST KNOW COLORADO HUNTING LAWS & REGULATIONS:
Click Link Below for Colorado Parks & Wildlife 2020 Big Game Hunting Regulations Brochure
https://cpw.state.co.us/Documents/RulesRegs/Brochure/BigGame/biggame.pdf
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CPW Big Game Hunting Planner:
https://cpw.state.co.us/Documents/Hunting/HunterEd/HuntPlanner.pdf
All or part of this operation is conducted on Public Lands under special permit from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management
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Wondering What to Pack: Check out the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundations Website.
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